The Seattle Mariners are in a playoff race, but their lineup lacks power beyond All-Star catcher Cal Raleigh. Speculation surrounds the potential acquisition of Alex Bregman from the Boston Red Sox to address their needs, particularly at third base. ESPN's Jeff Passan suggests that for a team like the Mariners, a trade for Bregman would make sense, despite their previous hesitance to invest significantly in players that could enhance their roster.

To make such a deal, the Mariners would likely need to part with top catching prospect Harry Ford, who recently showcased his talent with a three-run homer in the AAA Tacoma Rainiers' victory. With Raleigh thriving in the majors and Ford representing Seattle in the MLB Futures Game for the third consecutive year, the Mariners' catching depth could facilitate a trade to strengthen their lineup ahead of the July 31 deadline.